Ashley Young's Last Game
Professional footballer Ashley Young will bring his career to a close in May 2025, following the final round of the Championship season. His current club, Ipswich Town, will be the last he represents. The decisive fixture is scheduled for a Saturday, with Ipswich facing London side Queens Park Rangers on the last matchday.
During the 2024/25 campaign, Young has made 15 appearances across all competitions and recorded two assists. His contract with Ipswich runs until the summer of 2025. Young first joined Watford's youth academy at age 10 and made his professional debut in the 2003/04 season. After two and a half seasons with Watford, he moved to Aston Villa, and in the summer of 2011 signed for Manchester United, where he spent eight full seasons.
Achievements and Career Highlights
Young's career is marked by significant accomplishments. He won the English Premier League title with Manchester United in the 2012/13 season and also secured the following trophies with the club:
- FA Cup
- FA Community Shield
- League Cup
- UEFA Europa League
After moving to Inter Milan midway through the 2019/20 season, he celebrated a Serie A title. He returned to Aston Villa a year and a half later, and also spent two seasons each with Aston Villa and Everton.
Young made his England national team debut in 2007 and went on to earn 39 caps over 11 years, scoring seven goals. He represented his country at major tournaments including UEFA Euro 2012 and the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Throughout his career, Young was named Premier League Player of the Month three times and was selected for the Premier League Team of the Season twice. In the 2008/09 season, he was honored as England's Young Player of the Year.
From Sefton Road to Vicarage Road, from Villa Park to Wembley, from Old Trafford to San Siro, back to Villa Park, to Goodison Park, and finally to Portman Road. It has been an incredible journey that I could only have dreamed of as a child! But every dream must come to an end, and Saturday could be the last game of my professional career. 23 years and out!
Ashley Young
Ashley Young's retirement marks the end of an era for one of modern football's most recognizable figures. Beyond his club successes, he was a key contributor to the England national team, leaving a lasting impact on the sport. His contributions to the game and on-field achievements will undoubtedly be remembered by fans. The final match of his career will be a significant moment not only for the player himself but also for the many supporters and colleagues who admire his talent and dedication to football.